How far is Apple Valley, MN from Chaska, MN?
The driving distance from Apple Valley, MN to Chaska, MN is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.3 miles (31 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apple Valley and Chaska.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apple Valley and Chaska.
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Start on County Road 42
3.4 mi · 7 min · County Road 42
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Take the exit right toward I 35W North
1449 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 13 South: Shakopee
999 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 169 South, CR 21: Mankato
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chestnut Boulevard
1473 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 41: Chaska
65 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Chestnut Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · Chestnut Boulevard
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Continue on North Chestnut Street
2253 ft · 1 min · North Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto West 6th Street
41 m · 9 sec · West 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apple Valley and Chaska.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 169 South
Merge slight left
7.31 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Apple Valley and Sunny near Chaska.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apple Valley to Chaska?
The road trip is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Savage is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Apple Valley and 11.4 miles from Chaska.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.3 miles (31 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.86 one way or $5.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Apple Valley and Sunny near Chaska.
Stop Ideas Near Savage
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apple Valley and Chaska. Straight-line distance: 19.27 mi (31.02 km).
#1 Apple Valley
A city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 54,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.7319100, -93.2177200 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chaska
City in Minnesota
| Population | 27,272 |
| Coordinates | 44.7894100, -93.6021800 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chaska (-93.60218, 44.78941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.86 | $5.71 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.51 | $7.03 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.89 | $7.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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